| Citation | Paul, L., 2000, New Zealand fishes. Identification, natural history and fisheries.. Reed Books, Auckland. |
| Ref. | 72381 Paul, L., 2000 |
| Page | 71 |
| Named Used as Valid | Optivus elongatus |
| Comment | |
| Locality | |
| Distribution | New Zealand, 5-70 m. |
| Quote | Smaller 8-10 cm. |